Jaliyah from Texas

Jaliyah is a confident, energetic youth who lights up every space she enters. She expresses herself with joy, humor, and movement--often creating silly dance routines that invite everyone around her to join in the fun. Her playful imagination shines through in everything she does, whether she's crafting, making slime, or inventing new games. Jaliyah thrives when she's active and loves any opportunity to run, jump, or compete, especially in friendly challenges where laughter matters more than winning. She is deeply social and brings a warm, enthusiastic presence to peers and adults alike. Her creativity and natural ability to connect with others make her a delight to be around. Jaliyah enjoys pizza, chicken salad, fidget toys, and hands-on activities, and she dreams of visiting a trampoline park or anywhere she can move freely and have fun. She is a spirited, imaginative girl who brings joy wherever she goes.

Jailee and Jaliyah are twin sisters who share a close bond. Both girls love imaginative play and creativity. When they are together, they like to make up dances to their Kpop music or pretend they are Disney Princesses living in a fairy tale. They are both very active children and enjoy playing soccer together and playing outside. When they are inside, they enjoy playing with Barbies and listening to Kpop. Jailee enjoys being social with friends at school and loves learning. Jailee hopes to be a teacher when she grows up. Jaliyah can be more reserved and prefers summertime because she likes to sleep in. Jaliyah is nurturing to those she connects with. Jailee and Jaliyah enjoy connecting with others while doing hands on activities together. They often interact playfully, collaborate well on creative activities, and appear comforted by each other's presence. They share a meaningful sibling connection and enjoy many of the same activities.

Jaliyah will do well in a family that offers consistent routines and ample time to be creative and active. She would like a family that will include her in decision making when appropriate and offer her connection and positive encouragement. Jaliyah will need a family that will allow contact with her siblings in different placements.